Magpabaya (en. To neglect)
/maɡpaˈba.ja/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
An action of not paying attention to something or someone.
You can neglect your responsibilities as much as possible.
Magpabaya ka na sa iyong mga responsibilidad hangga't maaari.
Doing things without enough care or caution.
Don't neglect your health.
Huwag magpabaya sa kalusugan mo.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'pabaya' which means 'neglectful' or 'careless'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
neglect responsibilities
Not paying attention to duties or obligations.
magpabaya sa mga responsibilidad
Related Words
neglect
State of being careless or unmindful.
pabaya
avoid
The act of not attending or steering clear of something.
iwasan
Slang Meanings
just being careless
It seems like you're just being careless about things.
Parang magpabaya ka na lang sa mga bagay-bagay.
you don't care at all
I told you, you're being careless again, you don't care about what's happening.
Sabi ko na, nagmagpabaya ka na naman, wala kang pakialam sa nangyayari.
it's all good, whatever
If you just let it go, it's all good.
Kung magpabaya ka, kāu swalk.